News & Articles By Russel Davis
06/16/2017
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By Russel Davis
Scientists developing laser robot that can zap weeds without using pesticides
A team of researchers from the Institute of Geodesy and Geoinformation at the University of Bonn in Germany are currently developing a robotic tool that readily identifies weeds and shoots laser to eliminate them, thus reducing the need to use herbicides. The project received an EXIST Business Start-up Grant from the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy. […]
06/12/2017
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By Russel Davis
Dangerous monopoly on the horizon as five of the “Big 6” agricultural corporations now looking to merge
Six of the world’s biggest agricultural companies known as the “Big 6” may soon form a dangerous monopoly as interest in proposed mergers has become more pronounced in the last few years. For instance, Dow Chemical and DuPont proposed a merger in December 2015, but are slated to eventually separate their merged agriculture, materials science, and specialty products […]
05/31/2017
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By Russel Davis
Repel mosquitos naturally with these 10 powerful plants
Mosquitoes are likely to be the first thing that comes to your mind when insect-related diseases are discussed. Is it really a wonder, considering mosquito-borne diseases have shown significant prevalence over the past decades? According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the global incidence of dengue showed a 30-fold increase over the last 30 years. Additionally, the organization noted that more than […]
05/21/2017
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By Russel Davis
Cabin air on commercial flights can be filled with a vast array of toxic chemicals that cause seizures and nausea
Cabin air that circulates in commercial flights contain toxic chemicals that are detrimental to the public health, according to a report published in DailyMail.co.uk. The potentially poisonous fumes may result in a condition called aerotoxic syndrome, which may result in blurred vision, seizures, and headaches as well as nausea, diarrhea, and even breathing difficulties. Symptoms of […]
04/11/2017
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By Russel Davis
Science journal calls for immediate safety review of glyphosate weed killer, warns it may be causing widespread public health hazards
A team of researchers has called for immediate review of standards in using glyphosate weed killer. According to their piece published in the Journal of Epidemiology & Community Health, current standards in glyphosate use may be causing widespread public health hazards as the potent weed killer, manufactured by Monsanto and sold under the brand name […]
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